We are so easily defeated and disheartened by our circumstances. Only if we could find a better reason to get on to our knees and rely on the power of God in our situations.
So I ask you not to lose heart over what I am suffering for you, which is your glory. For this reason I bow my knees before the Father… (Ephesians 3:13-14 ESV)
The apostle was certain of his purpose in life. Anything that happened to him as a result of living that life was considered a reason to be humbled before God so a supplication of power can be made and provided for him. The train he doesn’t want a pity party is because Paul knew that when he got to place in life that required him to be humbled, it was a place for immense power to come forth. God historically used situations that brought people to their knees as opportunities to do amazing things. If you don’t believe me, just look at the Easter story. Jesus not only came to his knees, but he was broken and suffered death to save you and me. I wonder what you and I miss out on when we refuse to bend our knees and look to God for our everything when our circumstances are less than bleak. I wonder how that power of God which is offered when we humble ourselves would change our circumstances and our outlook. Perhaps it is exactly what we need for us today.
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